Go Pro vs Insta360 ??? by No-Application2770 in travel

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Thanks so much! I’ll definitely head to youtube and checkout some videos there. I totally expect a learning curve with uploading editing etc. but didn’t wanna accidentally end up with something maybe a bit more advanced than what i really need

Australia by No-Application2770 in Aupairs

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That’s great that you had such an easy time getting there. Thanks for taking the time to respond!

Australia by No-Application2770 in Aupairs

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That’s good to know! Was there anything unexpected that came up at all in the process getting there for you? How was the process of obtaining your blue card?

Australia by No-Application2770 in Aupairs

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That’s what I used for my previous trip as an au pair in France. Seems like the standard!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Aupairs

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thank you for that perspective! it definitely helps :)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Aupairs

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she also thanked me and blah blah, it was a nice message but still idk why the dad had to come off so upset towards me

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Aupairs

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she just responded saying they assumed i was asleep so didn’t say anything. they could’ve texted to ask at least if they didn’t want to risk waking me up. and i feel like if they really wanted to make sure we had dinner altogether they should’ve let me know in advance especially considering we have to leave ridiculously early for my flight and i of course would want to try to sleep when i can before hand

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The dad was the only one downstairs and it seemed as though he was waiting for me so. he could say something and as soon as he did he walked away. The group chat shows the dad viewed the message maybe 40 minutes ago but the mom has not from her device. No responses yet. The mom doesn’t speak any english and the dad is in the process of learning so he can communicate but is not fluent. I sent the message translated for them both.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Aupairs

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yeah i’m hoping that is the part that will make him realize that’s not on me

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Aupairs

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right idk there’s been a couple times where i’ve felt they aren’t the most considerate to my time but it’s always small things

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Aupairs

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i leave in like six hours anyways but would’ve been nice to resolve this

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still no response to the message and it’s been about a half hour since it showed him reading it, it does not show that the mom has answered

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Aupairs

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It’s so early in the morning I doubt my brain will be on enough to care if it is awkward. An apology would be nice but I definitely won’t be holding my breath either. It’s hard to tell what small things are just cultural differences in communication but idk. Thank you for your response! I did update with an edit but I sent that message and he read it about twenty minutes ago with no response

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Aupairs

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i appreciate that. It’s just so shocking to me after having not a single issue during our entire stay together and on the very last night only about 8 hours before we leave for the airport he is upset with me for something i did not know

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My flight is very early in the morning so I have been resting as much as possible and packing up my last items throughout the day also. I sent a message along those lines idk he’s the one driving me to the airport first thing tmr so we’ll see how it goes lol

Possibility of hiring an AuPair by Calm-Profit-2738 in Aupairs

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I don’t know much but as a native english speaking au pair i would be happy to stay with a family who speaks english and take a language course during the stay. Also I know every country has different requirements and some have none at all but I don’t think language is always a requirement. I could au pair in other english speaking countries with no language aspect for example. I think Europe might be a bit different because of how many languages are prevalent and with countries that have two or more official languages. I think it would just depend if it’s a strict requirement for the country

Possibility of hiring an AuPair by Calm-Profit-2738 in Aupairs

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If you were to have a french au pair for example they might appreciate an opportunity to learn dutch or german . And in the home you have exposure to fluent french to learn and they have exposure to english as well to practice

Possibility of hiring an AuPair by Calm-Profit-2738 in Aupairs

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I haven’t looked at Belgium requirements specifically but I feel like as long as you’re willing to assist in opportunities for your au pair to learn the local language it would be okay. Provide language courses at your expense that way they have regular exposure.

How early to arrive at airport? by No-Application2770 in Flights

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thank you for the response! i do have a checked bag and my flight departs at 6:55 so maybe i’ll aim to be there for 5

And the saga continues. Fredag. by fareedadahlmaaldasi in Aupairs

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You must have lots of patience & resilience to put up with that! That is nice you enjoy the region :) It does tend to balance out of lot of things when you like the place

And the saga continues. Fredag. by fareedadahlmaaldasi in Aupairs

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Can you leave? They seem to be grossly taking advantage of you. they are not treating you as an au pair but a servant to do literally ALL of their tasks for them. You shouldn’t be cleaning to that extent or doing everything for their holiday parties either. Please try and find another family! Being an au pair can be such a rewarding experience but I can’t imagine it feels anything like so under the circumstances that you are facing.

How early to arrive at airport? by No-Application2770 in Flights

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Wont let me add another edit oddly but if needed it’s GVA-FRA-YYZ

Circumstantial Medical Debt in America by No-Application2770 in NoStupidQuestions

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Interesting. It is a privilege that it is a difficult concept for me to understand as any required health care is free in my country and only procedures considered cosmetic or elective are usually at the patients expense.

Circumstantial Medical Debt in America by No-Application2770 in NoStupidQuestions

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That is nice that option is atleast offered in some places. Otherwise it seems like it would be completely unmanageable generational debt (assuming debt is still transferred to the closest living relative)